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I thought I was dreaming. My parents were in tears, but I was absolutely ecstatic when I moved into Brasenose

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.

The last four years of my life have been INTENSE! I have just finished my undergraduate master’s in engineering science at Brasenose College and now I am writing this student blog to reflect on my time here

Leaving Brasenose feels almost the same as arriving did: terribly daunting, incredibly exciting and completely unknown.

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.

Arriving at Brasenose for my first term was a whirlwind of emotions—excitement, curiosity, and a fair bit of nervousness. I was eager to embrace the opportunities Oxford had to offer but unsure of how I’d adjust to the new academic and social environment. Now, looking back, I can confidently say that my first term has been an incredible journey of growth, discovery, and memorable experiences.

My first term at Oxford University – a phrase my sixteen-year-old self would never have believed I could one day write.

Our Principal, John Bowers, shares more thoughts on his time at the College.